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Ethics in Manual Therapy

4.5 CE

This comprehensive ethics course provides massage therapists and manual therapists with essential knowledge and practical tools to navigate the complex ethical landscape of contemporary practice. The course explores the four pillars of medical ethics—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice—and examines professional codes from AMTA, ABMP, and FSMTB. Through four structured modules, participants will master critical topics including professional boundaries, therapeutic relationships, power dynamics, informed consent procedures, HIPAA compliance, and client confidentiality. The course addresses both traditional and modern ethical challenges, from managing dual relationships and scope of practice to navigating social media ethics and digital professionalism. Using practical decision-making frameworks like the PLUS model, participants will develop skills for analyzing and resolving real-world ethical dilemmas through case studies and self-reflection exercises. Whether you're a new practitioner or seasoned professional, this course provides invaluable guidance for maintaining the highest ethical standards while promoting self-care, cultural competence, and ongoing professional development in manual therapy practice. Completing the course will give the learner 4.5 CE of continuing education. This course is offered on our learn.manualtherapyalliance.com portal. Click View Course below to register for the course.